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Having recently moved into a new house and repainted most of it in a full-on painting frenzy, I feel like I’ve done my quota of big decorating jobs this year! However, I could definitely be tempted to tackle a mini project or two – you know, the kind of thing you can easily start and finish in a weekend? If you’re looking for new decor ideas, take a look at our easy style updates on p76, or check out the Ikea hacks and other simple upcycling projects at our sister title’s website, idealhome.co.uk. Plus, we’ve teamed up with Crown Paint to offer three free tester pots for every reader (see p44), so you can let loose with some super-bright colours on plant pots and picture frames, or try your hand…
Kate Duckmanton ABOUT ME I’m 40 and I live in a modern four-bed detached house with my husband Peter, 43, and our children Mabel, 7, and Rufus, 5. WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE SHOP? I love Etsy for small decorative bits and pieces, unique designs and inventive upcycling. I recently bought some gorgeous picture frames made from old bits of barn. Kayleigh Wallace ABOUT ME I’m 29 and I live in a three-bed new-build semi in Fife with my husband Krys and our baby girl Amelia-Jane, 8 months. WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE DONE DIFFERENTLY? I wish I’d looked into the right plants to go in our garden in time for last summer, as I spent a lot of money on plants that didn’t last. I’m not a natural gardener! Rachel Bluck ABOUT…
It's time for a mantel makeover! Swap that stiff, symmetrical arrangement of framed photos and winter candles for a looser look with mismatched vases of spring greenery and fresh-scented votives. Tesco's got it nailed with this sweet selection 3 of the best… FLORAL SPRING BUYS…
M&S Luxe geo Lose yourself in a world of geometric designs and indulgent textures HOUSE OF FRASER Eastern approach Combine intricate patterns and earthy tones for a modern take on colonial style SAINSBURY’S Garden room Recreate a conservatory feel with delicate bouquets and spring greens DEBENHAMS Safari retreat Journey into the wild with Abigail Ahern's tribal-inspired collection…
Blinds 2 love Online retailer Blinds 2go has joined up with top textile design house Harlequin. The result? A cutting-edge collection of designer blinds, without the price tag to match. Fancy! From £29.43 for a Roman and £27.95 for a roller blind, blinds-2go.co.uk. IT COULD BE designer! With its vintage detailing and crafted wood finish, this retro drawer unit screams high end, but at just £589 from Matalan, we’re thinking there’s been some sort of mistake… keep it on the down-low, people! Steal Lorraine’s style After her successful homeware launch last year, queen of daytime telly Lorraine Kelly is back with a new collection for JD Williams. It’s split into two travel-themed trends: Seascape mixes nautical stripes and watery florals, while Tropical takes on bold prints and vivid…
Terracotta is making a comeback in all its earthy glory Long gone are the sponge washed walls of the Nineties – this time it’s about global-chic patterns, block colours and luxe leathers. Work it into a country look with artisan pots and aged-finish pieces or put a new twist on a mid-century inspired room with a burnt-orange ikat pattern. For a glam look, pair it with smooth terracotta suede cushions or plush velvet upholstery.…
